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HomeFamily CodeDiv. 11Pt. 6Ch. 3Art. 3§ 7130 Emancipation Declaration Voidability

§ 7130 Emancipation Declaration Voidability

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§ 7130 Emancipation Declaration Voidability

Key Takeaways

  • •If someone lies or hides important info to get emancipated, it can be canceled.
  • •If a kid is emancipated but has no money or way to take care of themselves, the emancipation can be taken back.

Example

A 16-year-old tells the court they have a job and can live on their own, but really they have no job and no money.

The court can cancel the emancipation because the kid lied about having a job and can't actually support themselves.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 7130 Emancipation Declaration Voidability

(a) A declaration of emancipation obtained by fraud or by the withholding of material information is voidable. (b) A declaration of emancipation of a minor who is indigent and has no means of support is subject to rescission. (Enacted by Stats. 1992, Ch. 162, Sec. 10. Operative January 1, 1994.)

Last verified: January 21, 2026

Key Terms

declaration of emancipationvoidablefraudwithholding of material informationindigentrescission

Related Statutes

  • § 7131 Void Emancipation Petition
  • § 7132 Rescinding Minor Emancipation
  • § 7134 Rescinding Emancipation Declaration
  • § 7135 Emancipation Declaration Effects
  • § 3590 Spousal Support Agreement Severability

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Family Code. Section 7130.
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